Modification of stool's water content in constipated infants: management with an adapted infant formula.

Background: Constipation is a common occurrence in formula-fed infants. The aim of this preliminary study was to evaluate the impact of a formula with high levels of lactose and magnesium, in compliance with the official regulations, on stool water content, as well as a parental assessment of constipation.

Materials And Methods: Thirty healthy term-born, formula-fed infants, aged 4-10 weeks, with functional constipation were included.